November 2017

Reunions, Homecoming and alumni celebrationsThe spring and fall months turned out to be the perfect time for many of you to enjoy reunion activities, attend lecture series featuring prominent alumni, and celebrate Homecoming at the Dean’s Gala.

Tweeting InfluenceDr. Lesley Barron, MD'96, is harnessing the power of social media to mobilize her thoughts and reflect on life within the medical community as a female surgeon.

The DOCS Difference Alumni such as Drs. Penny Thornton, DDS’81, are attempting to fill the huge gap in accessible dental care in London through DOCS. It’s making a difference and providing top quality care to those it serves.

Soulful WorkDr. Jeffrey Turnbull recently announced that he will be dedicating more time delivering care to some of Ottawa’s most vulnerable populations – its work that has given his life more meaning.

Moving forward in reconciliation and healingThis fall, Schulich Medicine students attended a half-day session, in which they learned about the history of the residential school system in Canada, and the trauma and injustices that continue to shape and impact Indigenous communities.

Six questions with the Dean Dr. Michael Strong discusses what has been taking place at the School and what’s he has in his sights as he moves through his second term.

Featured Event: 2018 Alumni of Distinction Awards Each year, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry celebrates and honours alumni who have made outstanding contributions to the School, Western University, the community and/or their profession. Nominations for the 2018 Alumni of Distinction Awards are open until Monday, March 5, 2018.

Upcoming Events Join us for Dinner with the Dean in Halifax, a learning session on Management Principles for Physicians, and more this coming year.